Postmenopausal period is vulnerable period for women as along with the scars of ageing she has to suffer from inevitable changes like osteoporosis. Hormone replacement therapy has shown more risks then benefits in this condition. Hence a simple herb Shatavari (Asparagus racemosus) containing phytoestrogens was studied in menopausal and postmenopausal age group for its effect on minimizing bone loss and hence preventing postmenopausal osteoporosis without any side effects.